Banking services return to town with new hub
BBCA banking hub has opened in Ripley 12 months after the last high street bank branch closed.
Deposits, withdrawals and support for customers from 15 of the UK's largest banks will be on offer at the Oxford Street site in the town centre five days a week between 09:00 and 17:00.
Ripley has been without a bank since HSBC closed its branch in April 2025.
Gareth Oakley, chief executive at operator Cash Access UK, said: "People may be visiting bank branches and using cash less often, but our experience shows how important it still is for many businesses and people."
Customers will be able to withdraw and deposit cash, check their balance and access change services in the shared space, which also features an external free to use cash machine on the front.
Cash Access UKis behind more than 230 banking hubs across the UK, including in Ashbourne, Bakewell and Belper.
Figures from consumer association Which? show 6,719 bank branches have closed since 2015.
Oakley added: "As someone who worked in bank branches for 30 years, I've seen the changes in habits as more people have become more comfortable using digital banking and payments.
"The new cash service is a trial that brings these services under one roof and allows people to access their everyday banking and cash needs locally in a welcoming and safe and secure environment.
"We've got a great local team who'll provide a friendly and supportive face for customers who need support."
An official opening with dignitaries is set to take place on Friday.
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